NewsContensis: http://www.contentmanagement.co.ukhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/index.aspx?SyndicationType=22015-03-03T21:12:38ZWhy is there a bow on Old Joe?Faye JacksonThe University of Birmingham's iconic clock tower, affectionately known as "Old Joe", will be adorned with a red bow from Wednesday 25 February to celebrate the generous contributions the University has received from donors.2015-02-26T09:57:00Z2015-02-26T09:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/02/why-is-there-a-bow-on-old-joe-26-02-15.aspxUniversity of Birmingham ranked top 10 for graduate earningsAndy TootellUniversity of Birmingham graduates are among the top ten highest earners in the country, with an average salary of more than £46,000 a year, new figures show.2015-01-19T08:57:00Z2015-01-21T16:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/University-of-Birmingham-ranked-top-10-for-graduate-earnings.aspxUniversity of Birmingham ranks among the top gay-friendly UK employersBenjamin GoodwinThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 79th overall in the definitive list of Britain's most gay-friendly workplaces. Birmingham's position in the Stonewall Top 100 Employers 2015 sees an impressive rise of 180 places from last year, reflecting the University's ongoing commitment to creating an inclusive workplace.2015-01-14T12:31:00Z2015-01-16T15:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2015/01/stonewall-top-100-employers-2015.aspxIndonesia's Ambassador to the UN receives Honorary DoctorateBenjamin GoodwinCurrent Indonesian Ambassador to the United Nations (UN), His Excellency (H. E.) Dr Desra Percaya has received an honorary doctorate from the University of Birmingham, UK. Dr Percaya was named Doctor of the University (DUniv) on Thursday 11 December in the University's historic Great Hall, in the presence of hundreds of graduands and their families.2014-12-12T11:08:00Z2014-12-12T10:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/12/un-indonesia-ambassador-receives-honorary-doctorate.aspxCareer and Education Website of the Year 2014Andy TootellThe University of Birmingham wins the Best Website award in the Career & Education category of the Website of the Year 2014 awards.2014-11-20T15:06:00Z2014-11-20T17:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/website-of-the-year.aspxUniversity of Birmingham forging lasting collaborations with IndiaAndy TootellVice-Chancellor Professor Sir David Eastwood and Chancellor Lord Bilimoria will accompany a ministerial delegation to New Delhi this week to underline the University of Birmingham's commitment to forging closer ties with India.2014-11-12T00:01:00Z2014-11-11T10:39:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/birmingham-india-collaborations-12-11-14.aspxUniversity of Birmingham celebrates more than 20 years of graduate success in SingaporeAndy TootellOver 200 graduands in Singapore have received their master and bachelor degree scrolls at the University of Birmingham-SIM degree congregation which took place on Friday 7 November. The ceremony marked 21 years since the University of Birmingham first began delivering business education in Singapore.2014-11-07T16:55:00Z2014-11-10T14:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/singapore-graduation-ceremony.aspxSingapore business leaders donate £1 million for new libraryAndy TootellProfessor Kok Khoo Phua and Doreen Liu, founders of Asia's largest international scientific publishing company, have donated e-books worth £1 million for the new University of Birmingham library.2014-11-06T16:49:00Z2014-11-10T14:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/11/singapore-alumni-major-gift.aspxBirmingham excels in world rankingsLesley ClarkeThe University of Birmingham has been ranked in the top 100 universities worldwide for Clinical Medicine and Pharmacy, Life and Agriculture Sciences, and Physics. The Academic Ranking of World Universities (ARWU), also known as the Shanghai Ranking, has placed Birmingham overall within the top 150 universities globally.2014-08-19T10:38:00Z2014-08-19T11:52:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/08/birmingham-excels-in-world-rankings.aspxBBC's Ian Myatt appointed Director of Educational Enterprise at the University of BirminghamAndy TootellThe University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that Ian Myatt has been appointed as Director of Educational Enterprise at the University of Birmingham.2014-07-22T09:58:00Z2014-07-22T10:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/ian-myatt-appointed-director-of-educational-enterprise-at-the-university-of-birmingham.aspxRock and roll – Lapworth staff celebrate historic multimillion pound redevelopment grantAndy TootellThe University of Birmingham's Lapworth Museum of Geology is celebrating the receipt of a major Heritage Lottery Fund (HLF) grant towards a £2.5 million redevelopment project.2014-07-21T15:12:00Z2014-07-21T18:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/18-Jul-14-Rock-and-roll-–-Lapworth-staff-celebrate-historic-multimillion-pound-redevelopment-grant.aspxCelebrating honorary graduates 2014Andy TootellThe University of Birmingham's new Chancellor and the founder of Cobra Beer, Lord Bilimoria; Chair of the National Institute for Health and Care Excellence, Professor David Haslam; and the former Brazilian foreign minister, Professor Celso Lafer, are among the leading figures receiving honorary degrees from the University of Birmingham this month.2014-07-09T09:15:00Z2014-07-15T11:59:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/07/honorary-degrees-09-07-14.aspxLord Bilimoria appointed as Chancellor of the University of BirminghamThomas StrawThe University of Birmingham is delighted to announce that one of the country's leading international entrepreneurs has been appointed as its new Chancellor reflecting the University's position as a truly global institution that attracts the brightest and best from across the world.2014-05-12T10:15:00Z2014-06-16T11:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/lord-bilimoria.aspxUniversity of Birmingham's 'top ten' celebrates global impactAndy TootellFor more than 100 years, research at the University of Birmingham has had a major impact on the world, from pioneering transplant surgery, the use of microwaves and creating artificial Vitamin C. This world-changing research is now being celebrated with a new 'top ten' list of academic pioneers.2014-05-09T11:00:00Z2014-07-29T10:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/University-of-Birminghams-top-ten-celebrates-global-impact.aspxWhat's in a name? Your chance to honour one of the region's sporting starsKara GriffithsWork on the University of Birmingham's brand new £55m sports centre has now begun, and to celebrate, local people, staff and students past and present are being invited to have their say in who the facility should honour.2014-05-08T10:51:00Z2014-07-03T16:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/05/whats-in-a-name.aspxBaroness Estelle Morris on the politics of education policy: why all the main parties sound the sameAndy TootellAt a time of continuous change, former Education Secretary, Baroness Estelle Morris, will ask whether there is more continuity in the slogans of education policy than the main political parties would care to admit.2014-03-27T00:01:00Z2014-03-27T13:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/03/Baroness-Estelle-Morris-on-the-politics-of-education-policy-why-all-the-main-parties-sound-the-same27-03-14.aspxWork due to commence on the University of Birmingham's £55m sports centreAndy TootellThe first 50m swimming pool in Birmingham has moved a step closer to reality with the announcement that work will start on the University of Birmingham's new £55m sports centre in April.2014-01-10T11:25:00Z2014-09-19T15:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/01/Work-due-to-commence-on-the-University-of-Birminghams-55m-sports-centre.aspxFour University of Birmingham staff recognised in New Year's HonoursMichael LeePro-Chancellor and chair of the University of Birmingham and former chair of the Student Loans Company, Ed Smith, has been awarded a CBE for services to higher education in the New Year's Honours.2014-01-02T14:03:00Z2014-02-18T15:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2014/01/Four-University-of-Birmingham-staff-recognised-in-New-Years-Honours02-01-14.aspxMajor £15 million gift to the University of Birmingham enables creation of Forest Research InstituteAndy TootellA new Institute for Forest Research will be established by the University of Birmingham to study the impact of climate and environmental change on woodlands, and the resilience of trees to pests and diseases, thanks to a transformational gift of £15 million.2013-11-07T09:55:00Z2014-09-19T15:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/11/07-Nov-13-Major-15-million-gift-to-the-University-of-Birmingham-enables-creation-of-Forest-Research-Institute-.aspxUniversity of Birmingham strengthens ties with Delhi Technological UniversityMichael LeeThe University of Birmingham and Delhi Technological University have signed a new partnership agreement this week promoting collaboration in teaching and research activities. The signing coincides with Vice Chancellor of Delhi Technological University Professor Pritam B. Sharma receiving an honorary doctorate from Birmingham during the degree congregations taking place from 3 to 11 July.2013-07-04T14:25:00Z2013-07-18T11:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/07/04Jul-University-of-Birmingham-strengthens-ties-with-Delhi-Technological-University.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Honorary Graduands for July 2013Samantha WilliamsStand-up comedian, writer and actor, Chris Addison, Polish-English Holocaust survivor, Kitty Hart-Moxon and founder of Moshi Monsters, Michael Acton Smith are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2013.2013-06-28T08:00:00Z2013-07-08T09:33:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/06/28-Jun-University-of-Birmingham-Honorary-Graduands-for-July-2013.aspxRead around the world with Birmingham at HayJo KiteFrom the world's oldest Bible, via the meaning of Hamlet's 'To be or not to be' soliloquy, to the burgeoning popularity of mass reading events; the past, present and future of literature come together in the University of Birmingham's exciting line-up of lectures at this year's Hay Festival.2013-05-22T17:47:00Z2013-05-22T17:38:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/Read-around-the-world-with-Birmingham-at-Hay.aspxTransformational campus development to get underwaySamantha WilliamsThe University of Birmingham's plans for a £175million campusdevelopment project including brand new library and sports centre have beenapproved by Birmingham City Council. This marks thefinal step in the planning stages for a five-year investment in facilities thatwill transform the University's famous Edgbaston campus and extend the servicesavailable to the local community.2013-05-20T10:04:00Z2013-05-20T15:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/05/20-May-Transformational-campus-development-to-get-underway.aspxUniversity of Birmingham strengthens its top 20 league table positionShawn MayallThe University of Birmingham has been ranked 11th place in the Times Higher Education Student Experience Survey 2013 and 17th out of 124 UK universities in The Complete University Guide for 2014 published today, 29th April 2013.2013-04-30T11:35:00Z2013-06-21T16:49:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/University-strengthens-top-20-league-table-position.aspxDiscovering the gender of an unborn baby and giving him or her a name, may help fathers bond with their offspring.Shawn MayallDads who find out the sex of their unborn child and give him or her a name may find it easier to connect emotionally with their baby, a study conducted at the University of Birmingham has found.2013-04-24T08:59:00Z2013-06-21T16:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/Discovering-the-gender-of-an-unborn-baby-and-giving-him-or-her-a-name-may-help-fathers-bond-with-their-offspring-new-research-shows.aspxCharitable donations to the University of Birmingham almost double in a year as giving to UK universities reaches record highSamantha WilliamsGifts to the University of Birmingham are continuing to transform lives as charitable donations have topped £10 million in a record year for philanthropic giving to UK universities, according to a new report.2013-04-22T11:14:00Z2013-04-22T10:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/22-Apr-Charitable-donations-to-the-University-of-Birmingham-almost-double-in-a-year-as-giving-to-UK-universities-reaches-record-high-.aspxUniversity brings billion pound boost to Birmingham's economySamantha WilliamsThe University of Birmingham contributes more than £1 billion to the West Midlands economy annually and supports almost 12,000 jobs, according to research by Oxford Economics.2013-04-12T10:40:00Z2013-04-12T12:24:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/04/12-Apr-University-brings-billion-pound-boost-to-Birminghams-economy.aspxUniversity's historic clock tower turns red for Cure LeukaemiaAndy TootellThe University of Birmingham's historic clock tower (Old Joe) will be illuminated in red light this Thursday for Cure Leukaemia. Marking the end of the West Midlands Red Alert Appeal in partnership with BBC Radio WM 95.6 raising money for Cure Leukaemia, the University's 110 metre high clock tower will be one of a number of iconic buildings in the city to turn red for the campaign on 28 February 2013.2013-02-27T14:50:00Z2013-03-05T22:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/27-Feb-Universitys-historic-clock-tower-turns-red-for-Cure-Leukaemia.aspxUniversity of Birmingham opens new Centre for Research in Race and EducationJulie FosterTwenty years after the death of black teenager Stephen Lawrence, his mother, Doreen Lawrence will help launch a new Centre for Research in Race and Education at the University of Birmingham.2013-02-19T10:37:00Z2013-05-23T11:16:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/02/19-02-13University-of-Birmingham-opens-new-Centre-for-Research-in-Race-and-Education.aspxIndian alumnus makes shortlist for Man Booker International PrizeWilliam FallowsUniversity of Birmingham alumnus UR Ananthamurthy has been shortlisted for the fifth Man Booker International Prize, which recognises one writer for his or her achievement in fiction.2013-01-31T10:16:00Z2013-01-31T13:08:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/31Jan-Indian-alumnus-make-shortlist-for-Man-Booker-International-Prize.aspxKraft/Cadbury Takeover: Does National Ownership Matter?Deborah WalkerThree years after the controversial take-over of British chocolate giant, Cadbury, Sir Dominic Cadbury, Chancellor of the University of Birmingham, reflects on the impact of Kraft's acquisition.2013-01-30T10:08:00Z2013-01-30T10:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2013/01/Jan-30-KraftCadbury-Takeover-Does-National-Ownership-Matter.aspxUK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher educationJo KiteInformation on UK universities embrace the free, open, online future of higher education2012-12-14T12:20:00Z2012-12-14T12:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/UK-universities-embrace-the-free,-open,-online-future-of-higher-education-.aspxSporting success and Olympic Committee member receives honorary degreeSamantha WilliamsAdam Pengilly, a member of the International Olympic Committee and former Skeleton competitor, will receive an honorary degree from the University of Birmingham on Thursday 6th December 2012 at 4.30pm.2012-12-06T14:01:00Z2012-12-20T09:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/06-Dec-12-Sporting-success-and-Olympic-Committee-member-receives-honorary-degree.aspxHonorary Graduands for December 2012Samantha WilliamsPresident of Medecins Sans Frontiers in the UK and a two-time winter Olympian are amongst the honorary graduands joining over 3000 students at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies this week. Paul McMaster and Adam Pengilly will also join leading figures from the world of medicine, media, government and education to pick up their honorary degrees from the University's Great Hall between 5 – 7th December 2012.2012-12-03T21:07:00Z2012-12-03T15:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/12/3-Dec-Honorary-Graduands-for-December-2012-.aspxBrand new music venue creates buzz on Birmingham's music sceneSamantha WilliamsThe official launch of the University of Birmingham's brand new music building will be celebrated with a two-week calendar of concerts and events starting from 25 November.2012-11-20T09:50:00Z2012-11-20T15:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/20-Nov-Brand-new-music-venue-creates-buzz-on-birminghams-music-scene.aspxUniversity's Lapworth Museum wins heritage lottery grant and seeks volunteers to help shape its redevelopmentAndy TootellThe Lapworth Museum of Geology at the University of Birmingham has been awarded a Heritage Lottery Fund Development grant of £130,000 to progress plans to apply for a full grant for a major redevelopment project to create a significantly improved visitor experience and widen its access to young people, the public, and schools.2012-11-15T09:00:00Z2012-11-15T16:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/11/15-Nov-12-Universitys-Lapworth-Museum-wins-heritage-lottery-grant-and-seeks-volunteers-to-help-shape-its-redevelopment.aspxUniversity of Birmingham sees impressive league table riseCatherine ByerleyThe University of Birmingham has been shortlisted as University of the Year in The Sunday Times University Guide 2013 and ranked at 13th overall in the UK, a rise of 12 places2012-09-28T16:58:00Z2012-11-02T10:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/28SepTimes-League-Table-News-Release.aspxUS internship programme boosts graduate job prospectsCatherine ByerleyA transatlantic student internship programme run collaboratively by the University of Birmingham and the British American Business Council (BABC) is playing a key role in enhancing graduate employability.2012-09-04T11:00:00Z2012-09-04T10:43:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/09/4Sept-US-internship-programme-boosts-graduate-job-prospects.aspxGet set for London - Birmingham students and alumni competing in London 2012It's not just hosting the Jamaican Olympic team that the University of Birmingham is excited about – nine alumni and one current student have been chosen to represent Team GB at the Olympics and Paralympics in London. Competition was extremely fierce for places, so each of these athletes has excelled in booking themselves a spot in one of the biggest sporting events in the world.2012-07-27T09:56:00Z2012-07-27T13:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/26-July-Birmingham-Olympians.aspxDelhi and Birmingham students unite to stand against povertyCatherine ByerleyStudents from the University of Birmingham in the UK will meet with poverty researchers, activists, government officials and fellow students at the University of Delhi next week as part of the first Academics Stand Against Poverty Students overseas delegation.2012-07-12T15:12:00Z2012-07-12T15:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/07/12-July-Delhi-and-Birmingham-students-unite-to-stand-against-poverty.aspxHonorary graduands for July 2012A former Conservative Home Office Minister and the Director of the BBC National Orchestra are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies in July 2012. Ann Widdecombe and David Murray join 15 honorary graduands and more than 5000 students who will collect their degrees at 18 ceremonies in the University's iconic Great Hall (4th – 12th July).2012-06-28T16:24:00Z2012-06-28T16:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/28-Jun-Honarary-Grads-Press-Release.aspxUniversity Pro-Vice-Chancellor cycles for diabetes research and scholarship placesCatherine ByerleyThe University of Birmingham's Pro-Vice-Chancellor for Research and Knowledge Transfer is preparing to complete a charity bike ride across Wales in aid of the University's cutting-edge research and widening participation programme.2012-06-06T12:44:00Z2012-06-06T11:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/06-June-University-Pro-Vice-Chancellor-cycles-for-diabetes-research-and-scholarship-places.aspxDinosaurs, robots and skeletons all part of the fun at University Community DayCatherine ByerleyFor the third year running the University of Birmingham is throwing open its doors and welcoming the public to its annual Community Day on Sunday 10 June.2012-06-06T11:44:00Z2012-06-06T11:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/06/01-June-Dinosaurs,-robots-and-skeletons-all-part-of-the-fun-at-University-Community-Day.aspxGo 'Behind the Scenes' with the University of Birmingham's inspirational expertsCatherine ByerleyA competition has been announced by the University of Birmingham today to give people the chance to go 'behind the scenes' with some of its most inspirational academic experts.2012-04-24T07:00:00Z2012-04-24T11:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/24Apri-Go-Behind-the-Scenes-with-the-University-of-Birminghams-inspirational-experts.aspxUniversity of Birmingham immunologist made Fellow of the Royal SocietyA University of Birmingham emeritus professor and outstanding immunologist is among scientists who have been created Fellows of the Royal Society, it was announced today.2012-04-23T10:18:00Z2012-04-24T10:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/04/23Apr-Royal-Society-Press-Release.aspxOlympic delight for University of Birmingham torch bearersTwo University of Birmingham students Annabel Fitzgerald a final year undergraduate and postgraduate cancer scientist Beckie Port have been selected to carry the Olympic flame when the torch relay passes through the West Midlands. They will be joined in carrying the flame by lecturers Dr Celia Taylor and Dr Matt Bridge and alumnus Mostafa Soleimani.2012-03-21T11:07:00Z2012-03-21T10:51:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/03/21-Mar-Olympic-delight-for-University-of-Birmingham-torch-bearers-.aspxScholarship students question University ChancellorAmy CoryEight of the University of Birmingham's scholarship recipients met the University's Chancellor, Sir Dominic Cadbury, in a reception designed to introduce him to scholarship students funded by his generous support of the University's Access to Birmingham Scholarship Scheme.2012-02-20T11:36:00Z2012-02-20T11:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/02/20Feb-Scholarship-students-question-University-Chancellor.aspxEngland takes gold as preparations continue for London 2012Jenna HadleyOver the weekend of February 11-12, University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni headed to the English Institute of Sport (EIS) in Sheffield to compete at the UK Indoor Trials and Championship.2012-02-16T15:55:00Z2012-02-16T15:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2012/Sport-2012/16Feb12England-takes-gold-as-preparations-continue-for-London-2012-.aspxOil paintings from University of Birmingham go online for the first timeAmy CoryPublic Invited to Tag Paintings to Help Build a National Online Catalogue. The Public Catalogue Foundation (PCF), in partnership with the BBC, today announced that all oil paintings in public ownership in Birmingham, including at the University, have been added to the Your Paintings website for the nation to enjoy. Your Paintings is a project to create a complete online catalogue of every oil painting in the national collection, at www.bbc.co.uk/yourpaintings.2011-12-16T17:27:00Z2011-12-16T16:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/16-Dec-Oil-paintings-from-Birmingham-go-online-for-the-first-time.aspxUBSport stars shine at the European Cross Country ChampionshipsMurray AdminUniversity of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) athletes travelled to Velenje, Slovenia for the SPAR European Cross Country Championships on December, 11, and helped the Aviva Great Britain & Northern Ireland (GB&NI) top the medal table for the fourth consecutive year.2011-12-14T14:53:00Z2011-12-15T12:36:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Dec11UBSport-stars-shine-at-the-European-Cross-Country-Championships.aspxHonorary graduands for December 2011Amy CoryCERN's Director General and the man behind the O2 Arena are amongst those who will be given honorary degrees at the University of Birmingham graduation ceremonies later this month.2011-12-13T17:29:00Z2011-12-15T09:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/13-Dec-Honorary-graduands-for-December-2011.aspxUniversity supporters set to change the world with achievement of £60 million fundraising targetAmy CoryThe University of Birmingham's Circles of influence fundraising campaign has reached and surpassed its £60m fundraising goal - the largest target ever achieved by a Midlands university.Launched in 2009, the University set an ambitious target to raise £60m to support the research into critical issues that affect us all, to open the University to talented students regardless of their financial circumstances, and to develop the University's beautiful campus to provide world-class facilities for our students, staff, and the people of Birmingham. Thanks to the generosity of alumni and friends, this target has now been exceeded.2011-12-09T10:26:00Z2012-01-29T20:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/12/09Dec-Circles-of-Influence-News-Release.aspxUniversity staff, students and alumni great run raises thousands for cancer researchAmy CoryA team of ten University of Birmingham staff, students and alumni completed the 13.1 mile Bupa Great Birmingham Run this weekend, raising more than £4,200 for cancer research taking place at the University.2011-10-24T17:17:00Z2012-01-29T20:25:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/10/24-October-University-staff-students-and-alumni-great-run-raises-thousands-for-cancer-research.aspxChrissie takes Ironman Championship title again, while Rachel rejoices at fourth placeJenna HadleyAlumna Chrissie Wellington won the 2011 Ford Ironman World Championship title on Saturday, October 8, deservedly earning the crown for the fourth time in five years.2011-10-17T12:25:00Z2011-10-20T10:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/17Oct11ChrissietakesIronmanChampionshiptitleagain,whileRachelrejoicesatfourthplace.aspxArts and Crafts property goes craft madNatasha NelsonWinterbourne House and Garden are to celebrate all things handmade with a craft event on Saturday 17 September.2011-09-15T10:31:00Z2011-09-26T10:27:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/15Sept-Arts-and-Crafts-property-goes-craft-mad.aspxTaking athletics to the next levelJenna HadleyFollowing her recent success at the the World Championships, University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) caught up with Hannah England to see what life was like in Daegu and what the future holds.2011-09-09T16:19:00Z2012-01-29T12:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/09Sep11Takingathleticstothenextlevel.aspxAcclaimed playwright appointed as new course co-ordinatorAmy CoryFraser Grace, acclaimed playwright, is to return to the University of Birmingham as co-ordinator of its postgraduate Playwriting Studies course, of which he is an alumnus. An award-winning writer, Grace currently directs the Writing Drama course at Anglia Ruskin University and is an associate writer with Menagerie Theatre.2011-09-09T11:36:00Z2011-09-09T11:32:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/09/09Sept-Acclaimed-playwright-appointed-as-new-course-co-ordinator.aspxHannah England takes silver at the World ChampionshipsJenna HadleyUniversity of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumna Hannah England has won a silver medal in the women's 1,500 metres at the 13th IAAF World Championships in Daegu.2011-09-01T15:41:00Z2011-09-01T15:35:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/01Sep11HannahEnglandtakessilverattheWorldChampionships.aspxUniversity proposes £175m transformation of historic Edgbaston campusThe University of Birmingham is announcing a five year investment in facilities that will transform the University's famous Edgbaston campus, reinterpreting founder Joseph Chamberlain's vision for the estate for the 21st century and extending the services available to the local community. The key developments include a new sports centre and a new library, to join the new Music building currently nearing completion.2011-08-09T10:41:00Z2011-08-19T16:02:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/08/09Aug-Estates-Development-FrameworkRelease.aspxDouble success for UBSport at the Aviva UK Trials and ChampionshipsJenna HadleyTwo University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni sprinted into the records books by retaining their national titles at the Aviva UK Trials and Championships at Birmingham's Alexander Stadium over the weekend of 29-31 July.2011-08-01T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T11:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/01aug11DoublesuccessforUBSportattheAvivaUKTrialsandChampionships.aspxCelebrating Graduation SuccessAdmin TaraGraduation is a special time for the University. Nearly 6000 students collected their degrees supported by family, friends and well wishers this summer.2011-07-21T13:50:00Z2011-08-01T14:11:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/20Jul-Celebrating-Graduation-Success.aspxAustralian jazz sensation returns to serenade heritage houseAmy CoryA musical maestro is set to take centre stage once again at the University of Birmingham's unique heritage attraction for an evening of alfresco jazz music.2011-07-20T15:55:00Z2011-07-20T16:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/20July-Australian-jazz-sensation-returns-to-serenade-heritage-house.aspxManchester United Chief and BBC Director of Sport awarded Honorary degreesJenna HadleyManchester United's Chief Executive and the BBC Director of Sport are amongst our illustrious sporting alumni who have received honorary doctorates from the University of Birmingham, in the summer graduation ceremonies.2011-07-15T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T15:21:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/15Jul11ManchesterUnitedChiefandBBCDirectorofSportawardedHonorarydegrees.aspxBirmingham in English "Ivy League"Thomas StrawHigher Education Funding Council (HEFCE) data places Birmingham in the 12 elite institutions in England. The University is one of the best performing institutions which share more than half of students with the highest A-level grades.2011-07-14T11:13:00Z2011-07-14T14:05:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/ivy-league.aspxWellington rewrites the record book yet againJenna HadleyUniversity of Birmingham alumna Chrissie Wellington has rewritten (her own) record books once again, with a triumphant performance at the Challenge Roth Ironman in Germany on Sunday 10 July.2011-07-11T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T15:58:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/11Jul11Wellingtonrewritestherecordbookyetagain.aspxUniversity strengthens bond with China in Guangzhou Centre launchAmy CoryThe University of Birmingham is to open a collaborative centre later this summer in Guangzhou, China, with the People's Government of Guangzhou Municipality.2011-07-01T00:01:00Z2011-06-29T15:28:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/07/01-Jul-University-strengthens-bond-with-China-in-Guangzhou-Centre-launch.aspxUK universities' partnership deepens links with BrazilAmy CoryBrazil's brightest and best researchers and postgraduate students are to be encouraged to bring their talent to the UK as part of a groundbreaking new initiative.2011-06-23T00:01:00Z2011-06-24T10:42:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/23June-UK-universities-partnership-deepens-links-with-Brazil.aspxMake dad's day by being a part of history at university Community DayAmy CoryThe University of Birmingham is inviting visitors of their annual Community Day to make their mark in history by contributing to a time capsule that is set to be buried at the entrance of the new £16m state-of-the-art Bramall Music Building development, in a project to be unearthed in fifty years time.2011-06-14T11:53:00Z2011-06-16T09:57:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/14June-Make-dads-day-by-being-a-part-of-history-at-university-Community-Day.aspxBirmingham Invests in Global TalentThe University of Birmingham has launched a global search to appoint up to 50 Birmingham Fellows to enhance the University's existing academic strengths and to contribute to a growing culture of collaboration.2011-06-14T10:41:00Z2011-06-23T14:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/13Jun-Birmingham-Invests-in-Global-Talent.aspxWomen suffering from 'worst violence in history of modern Iraq'Amy CoryWomen have been left defenceless and at the mercy of militia groups in the aftermath of the Iraq war in 2003 according to research from the University of Birmingham.2011-06-07T11:46:00Z2011-06-07T11:41:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/06/07JuneWomensufferingfromworstviolenceinhistoryofmodernIraq.aspxUBSport trio taking on World's longest triathlonJenna HadleyThree University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) swimming club alumni are tackling the World's longest triathlon to raise money for two worthwhile charities, starting on Thursday, June 9.2011-06-07T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T15:07:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/07Jun11UBSporttriotakingonWorldslongesttriathlon.aspxWilde about jazz at Winterbourne House and GardenJackie SherlockAdminUniversity of Birmingham students are set to showcase their theatrical talents at the University's unique heritage attraction with an outdoor performance of a classic period comedy.2011-05-31T16:54:00Z2011-06-28T14:40:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/31May-Wilde-about-jazz-at-Winterbourne-House-and-Garden.aspxBe a weather presenter for the day at Birmingham Weather RoadshowAmy CoryA University of Birmingham scientist is set to join weather experts from across the country to help the local community learn more about weather and the climate with hands-on activities and demonstrations at a week-long roadshow coming to the city this half-term.2011-05-26T10:48:00Z2011-05-26T10:47:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/26May-Be-a-weather-presenter-for-the-day-at-Birmingham-Weather-Roadshow.aspxExplore Brierley Hill through rose-tinted eyes with new guidebookAmy CoryA new discovery book published by a National Lottery funded initiative coordinated in the West Midlands by the University of Birmingham's School of Geography, Earth and Environmental Sciences is unearthing the plants and local history of Brierley Hill through gardener's eyes.2011-05-23T11:33:00Z2011-05-23T11:19:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/23May-Explore-Brierley-Hill-through-rose-tinted-eyes-with-new-guidebook.aspxAGMS Alumni wins English ChampionshipJenna HadleyAlumna Lucy Williams has won the 2011 English women's amateur championship, held in West Sussex on Saturday, May 14, defeating 15-year old Charley Hull from Woburn on the 19th hole in an outstanding final.2011-05-18T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/18May11AGMSAlumniwinsEnglishChampionship.aspxBirmingham Seven set for summer advice from Dame KellyJenna HadleySeven University of Birmingham students – Alex Cornwell, Lucy Dowsett, Katie Knowles, Alison Leonard, Sam Petty, Cally Read and Chris Smith - are set to ignite their 2011 summer track seasons after receiving advice from Dame Kelly Holmes at the latest 'On Camp with Kelly' and 'Future Stars with Kelly' Aviva-sponsored Get-Together.2011-05-11T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/11May11BirminghamSevensetforsummeradvicefromDameKelly.aspxKick off the summer season with Winterbourne House and Garden's anniversary eventAmy CoryWinterbourne House and Garden has a lot to celebrate with its visitors this spring and summer. Launched as a heritage attraction in spring 2010, one year on from opening to the public, the house is now a bustling tourist attraction and is hosting a 'Spring Fling' event on Saturday 14 May.2011-05-10T14:11:00Z2011-05-10T14:09:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/10May-Kick-off-the-summer-season-with-Winterbourne-House-and-Gardens-anniversary-event.aspxUniversity in India Road Show to foster new mutually beneficial research linksAmy CorySenior academics from the University of Birmingham are currently visiting five cities in India on a Road Show to develop new mutually beneficial research links and collaborations with Indian institutions, strengthen existing ties and meet potential students and alumni. The fortnight-long visit highlights the University's commitment to its ever-deepening relationship with India.2011-05-09T10:43:00Z2011-05-09T10:46:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/09May-University-in-India-Road-Show-to-foster-new-mutually-beneficial-research-links.aspxFamous Birmingham graduates give students sound support through one-to-one mentoringClaire HawkinsTwelve lucky final year undergraduate students from the University of Birmingham will get a once in a lifetime opportunity to gain first hand career insight and guidance from famous Birmingham graduates at the top of their field, in a new initiative being launched today [Thursday 05 May].2011-05-05T00:01:00Z2011-06-17T16:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/05/04May-Famous-Birmingham-graduates-give-students-sound-support-through-one-to-one-mentoring.aspxBUCS Squash Team Championships 2011Jenna HadleyIt was a hectic weekend at the Munrow Sports Centre between 25-27 February, as University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) hosted the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Individual Squash Championships.2011-03-14T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:12:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Mar11BUCSSquashTeamChampionships2011.aspxChrissie Wellington breaks another Ironman RecordJenna HadleyAlumna Chrissie Wellington has rewritten the record books once again as she put in another impressive performance to win the Spec-Savers Ironman triathlon held in Port Elizabeth, South Africa on Sunday, April 10.2011-03-14T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/14Mar11ChrissieWellingtonbreaksanotherIronmanRecord.aspxUBSport success at BUCS Indoor Athletics ChampionshipsJenna HadleyUBSport Athletics and Cross Country Club continued their 2011 success by collecting an array of medals at the British Universities and Colleges Sport (BUCS) Indoor Athletics Championships over the 19-20 February.2011-02-22T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:15:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/22Feb11UBSportsuccessatBUCSIndoorAthleticsChampionships.aspxSquash success around the globeJenna HadleyIt was a hectic weekend for UBSport squash club, with past and present members competing in high profile competitions across the globe.2011-02-18T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:13:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/18Feb11Squashsuccessaroundtheglobe.aspxUBSport Lionheart AwardJenna HadleyWe are proud to announce the second winner of the termly Lionheart Award goes to Mike Sweeney, a third year Sports and Materials Science student and decathlete.2011-02-07T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T12:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2011/Sport2011/070211UBSportLionheartAward.aspxChrissie Wellington breaks own ironman recordJenna HadleyInformation on Chrissie Wellington breaks own ironman record2011-01-31T20:59:00Z2010-11-24T18:01:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/10/24novwellingtonbreaksownironmanrecord.aspxJames Fair selected for Hockey All Star team 2010Jenna HadleyUniversity of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni James Fair has been named in the International Hockey Federation (FIH) All Star teams 2010.2010-12-22T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T16:37:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/22Dec10JamesFairselectedforHockeyAllStarteam2010.aspxUBSport athletes honoured at Aviva Athletics Awards 2010Jenna HadleyUniversity of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni Hannah England, current student Ed Aston and athletics coach Bud Baldaro have been recognised for their achievements in 2010 at the annual Aviva Athletics Awards.2010-12-14T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T16:50:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/21Dec10UBSportathleteshonouredatAvivaAthleticsAwards2010.aspxIronman Champion to recieve Honorary degreeJenna HadleyTriple Ironman World Champion and University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumna Chrissie Wellington is set to receive an honorary degree tomorrow (Wednesday, December 15), as a tribute to her work in both her passions: sport and international development.2010-12-14T00:00:00Z2011-08-16T16:56:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/16Jul11IronmanChampiontorecieveHonorarydegree.aspxUBSport at the European Cross Country ChampionshipsJenna HadleyPast and present members of University of Birmingham Sport's (UBSport) Cross Country team competed at the SPAR European Cross Country Championships yesterday (Sunday, November 12) in Albufeira, Portugal.2010-12-13T00:00:00Z2011-08-17T11:18:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/13Dec10UBSportattheEuropeanCrossCountryChampionships.aspxChrissie gives it some wellyJenna HadleyUniversity of Birmingham Alumna Chrissie Wellington produced an amazing performance at the 2010 Ford Ironman Arizona, USA in Sunday, November 21 to win the women's title in a superb 8:36:13, placing her in eighth overall.2010-11-22T00:00:00Z2011-08-17T15:20:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/22Nov10Chrissiegivesitsomewelly.aspxBirmingham alumni named among Times' Top 100 scientistsKali TiwanaTwo prominent University of Birmingham scientific alumni have been named among the 100 most important people in British science and engineering, with one being voted the most powerful figure in the field today.2010-10-15T15:20:00Z2010-10-18T14:45:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/10/15-Oct-Sept-TimesAlumni.aspxBronze for Gilbert at the Commonwealth GamesJenna HadleySusie Gilbert, third year geography, has secured her third bronze medal of the summer following a 1-0 win over South Africa with England women's hockey at the Commonwealth Games, Delhi on Wednesday, October, 13.2010-10-14T00:00:00Z2011-08-17T16:10:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/14Oct10BronzeforGilbertattheCommonwealthGames.aspxUBSport alumni selected for Commonwealth GamesJenna HadleyThree University of Birmingham Sport (UBSport) alumni have been selected to represent England at the upcoming Commonwealth Games to be held in Delhi, India from October 3-14.2010-08-23T00:00:00Z2011-08-17T16:53:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/23Aug10UBSportalumniselectedforCommonwealthGames.aspxUBSport Hockey Stars are Delhi boundJenna HadleySusie Gilbert, third year Geography, has been named in the squad of 16 women's hockey players to represent England at the Commonwealth games to be held in Delhi, India from October 3-14.2010-08-08T00:00:00Z2011-08-17T16:48:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/26Aug10UBSportHockeyStarsareDelhibound.aspxTriple success for UBSport alumniJenna HadleyJoel Hinds helped Great Britain reclaim the team titles in the 7th World University Squash Championships held at Monash University in Melbourne, Australia, after a tight final against newcomers Hong Kong (Saturday, July 17).2010-07-27T00:00:00Z2011-08-17T17:06:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/Sport2010/27Jul10TriplesuccessforUBSportalumni.aspxBenjamin Zephaniah describes his idea of happinessAdmin TaraAcclaimed novelist and playwright Benjamin Zephaniah will give the University of Birmingham's Baggs Memorial Lecture on Monday 5th July 2010 at 6.30pm.2010-07-05T00:01:00Z2010-09-15T13:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-zephaniah.aspxHonorary graduands for July 2010Admin TaraMore than 4,500 students will graduate from the University of Birmingham from Friday, July 9 to Friday, July 16 at 16 degree ceremonies in the University's Great Hall.2010-07-05T00:01:00Z2010-09-15T13:22:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-honorary.aspxBirmingham archaeologists turn back clock at StonehengeThomas StrawArchaeologists at the University of Birmingham are heading to Stonehenge to lead the world's biggest-ever virtual excavation. The Stonehenge Hidden Landscapes Project, which starts today (Monday July 5), will use the latest geophysical imaging techniques to visually recreate the iconic prehistoric monument and its surroundings.2010-07-05T00:01:00Z2011-02-01T11:04:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2010/07/5july-hengesearch.aspxUniversity of Birmingham Honorary Graduands, December 2009Fabricio MarquesNearly 3000 students will graduate from the University of Birmingham at six degree ceremonies between 9 – 11 December.2009-12-08T20:54:00Z2012-07-03T20:55:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/12/8Dec-graduands.aspxObafemi Awolowo and the Making of Remo: new book by Birmingham academicFabricio MarquesA University of Birmingham academic has launched her new book on the late Nigerian nationalist Chief Obafemi Awolowo.2009-10-07T23:14:00Z2012-07-03T23:14:00Zhttp://www.birmingham.ac.uk/news/latest/2009/10/7Oct-Remo.aspx